Notable Victory for the People in Western Classification case
Iowa's Clifford Thorne chaired a sixteen-state effort that led to the suspension and revision of Western classification No. 61 by the Interstate Commerce Commission. The ruling affects hundreds of changes, with March 31 as the effective date, and aims to benefit shippers and consumers across the Mississippi to the Pacific.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doa Molinos
United States
Iowa
Pacific
Iowa State Board of Railroad Commissioners
Clifford Thorne
Interstate Commerce Commission
Lows
Jown
Western State Railroad Commissions
Thorne
Benjamin L. Jacobson
A. D. Beals
Miwaukee
Mississppi River
Pacific Coast
Mississippi River
America
Commission
Interstate Commerce Commision
Mindelppi River
Interstate Commerce Compission
Shelves of Weed Books Add Warmth to Room Ambiance
Readers note that shelves filled with weed-themed volumes bring warmth and lively ambiance to a space. The collection’s texture and color create a cozy, inviting atmosphere for guests and daily reading.
Local Quotation Sparks Debate on Revision of History
A fragment discusses naming inconsistencies in a historical record, questioning the era and figures cited. It suggests further revisions may extend to multiple years and individuals, highlighting confusion over dates and names.
Must Love the Little Folk in Childcare Profession
The article extols a nurse for children to love the little ones, empathize with their joys and sorrows, and balance companionship with guidance. It urges proper training, health oversight, and careful management of duties, warning against overuse of the mentoring role. It also notes the value of a calm, child-focused approach and warns against impatience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adays
Courade
Wland
Unclear fragment on grease removal from paint
Fragment notes a method to remove grease from paint without harming the paint. No identifiable persons, places, or organizations are present. Further readable context is needed to form a complete news-style card.
Pie Position and Odd Utterances at Home Gathering
A fragmented diary-like excerpt describes a Winters-era figure and Mrs Trife reacting to a man named Pin at home. The speaker notes many people calling, with unclear context and garbled dialogue about catechism and feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pin
Mra Trife
Cleaning Harsh Weather Debris After Storm
Residue and debris cleanup continued after a severe weather event. Community crews worked through the day to clear roads and restore services while residents assessed property damage. Authorities warned of lingering hazards and urged caution during cleanup.
Cedar chest shipment sparks postal mix up in Congress
The article recalls how a Colorado congressman used a cedar chest under the mail privilege to send documents home and how a rural postmaster misrouted the box. After delays and a humorous note, the chest finally reached Washington by freight collect, highlighting lingering archaic privileges and bureaucratic delays.
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Uncle Sam
Representative Rucker
Colorado
Rocker Ridge
Fort Logan
Washington
Washington Power
Statesman
Judge
Revenue Cutters Rescued Vessels in Turbulent 1912 Year
The United States Revenue Cutter Service saved 260 distressed vessels carrying 2,212 people in fiscal year 1912. Capt E P Berthof noted a 4.56 return in property saved per dollar spent, with 26 cutters and harbor launches active. Notable incidents included quelling mutinies and guarding ships against wreckers.
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United States Revenue Cutter Service
Red Cross
Wea
United States
Maine
Texas
Alaska
California
E. P. Herthoof
Revenue Cutter Service
Berthof
Hertholf
Pring Joachim
William J. Ryan
Atwood Dry
Madame Lelends
Algonquin
Ferrier
Charleston
Harbor
Mobile Bay
Abandoned Rock Creek Road Through Pierce’s Mill Route
A colonial era route near Rock Creek Park fades into an overgrown path from Wileconal Avenue to Connecticut Avenue. The century old spring house built by Isaac Pleren in 1801 sits near the old MIM road as grading erases the Pierce’s Mill corridor and travelers recall a landscape of moss covered stones and bare oaks along a now untraveled access toward Tilden Street.
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Pierce Mill Road
Wileconal Avenue
Connecticut Avenue
Rock Creek Park
Tilden Sttreet
Park
Isaac Pleren
Pierce's Mill
Perce Mill
Cost of Bugs Threatens Schools and Agriculture
A desperate argument claims destroying all colleges and endowments would finance a shift to insect control. It warns that insect losses could reach billions, with annual farm damages cited as hundreds of thousands to millions, urging radical action to restore ecological balance and protect crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Gates
Comte Mare
Woman Walks With Terrier In Madison Square Incident
A puzzled observer recounts a young woman passing through Madison Square with a 26 pound terrier carried in a hamper. She guides the dog to a residence, unlocks the hamper, and lets the animal inside, prompting questions about the motive behind transporting the willing pet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison Square
Madison Arena
New York Evening Poat
Seven year old boy questions in juvenile court
A seven year old colored boy faced Judge Taylor in juvenile court for a long-ago rifle shooting at a playmate. The attorney asked if he was in Indiana Marton county, but the boy replied he was on the front porch.
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Taylor
Indiana
Marton County
Indianapolla News
Grateful Kentucky farmer praises Dodd's Kidney Pills
A 77 year old farmer from Ethel Kentucky testifies that Dodd's Kidney Pills cured back strain inflammation and kidney trouble. He credits the remedy with keeping his health and offers his picture for publication. He notes the product costs 60 cents per box and invites readers to write for Household Hints music and recipes.
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Wherty
Mr. Smith
Dodd
Dodd's Medicine Co
Buffalo
Adv
Children’s Humor Through Tiny Tot Perspectives
A playful look at childhood language and imagination as a child coins phrases like “pansies lying” for butterflies and “dew as grasa crying” while adults describe dew and insects in plain terms. The piece notes a girl’s excited claim that a pencil walked and a nurse clarifies it was only a worm.
Sarcasm Wasted in Testy Exchange
In a brief exchange the speakers mock each other over marriage and missus remarks. The dialogue reflects sharp sarcasm and social friction, with one line noting regret at not finding a wife to suit the other.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Evening Transcript
Unclear text fragment mentions team and phrases
Fragmentary lines reference a team and quoted phrases about talking and paying for telephone service. No coherent event or person details are readable to form a proper news item.
Peruna and a Strong Healthy Old Age Advocate
An advertisement features Dr. Hartman praising a tobacco and alcohol free lifestyle for longevity. The ad endorses Peruna and Portman tonics, urging readers to live simply, exercise, and eat plain food, with an offer to send a free health book upon request.
Parrot Gift Sparks Mix of Tales and Left Behind Train Trick
A humorous tale recalls Kerrigan buying a Spanish parrot in South America and joking with O’Brien about the bird. Another item notes two children left behind as a train departed and later walking toward Sunday school. A cautionary union anecdote follows about rushing to verify painter La Farge's death.
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Kerrigan
South America
O'Birien
O'Brien
Rito Janeiro
John
Petty
Betty
Eity
Washington
Telegraph
John la Farge
Willoughby
la Farge
Central Labor Union
Mame Responds to Dress Dilemma in Comedic Exchange
Mame confronts a quarrel over a dress as Ma insists it must be taken away. The dialogue reveals a sharp exchange and a burst of heated emotion as the scene unfolds.
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Lowe Commission
Tella
Sxteen States United
Railroad Commission
Illinoie
Winconsin
Minneola
Iowe
Missouri
Arkansas
Louiiana
Tessas
Oklahoma
Nebraska
South Dakota
North Dakota
Nevada
Waahington
Oregon
American Railroad
Railioads
Walt
Fenve
Revenue Cutters
Warren
Anny Soca
Oh Pwnea Erian Team
Dr. Hartman
Hartman, M. D
Marelullr
Fletcher
Chicago Flexible Shaft CO
Chicago, Ill
Aecenet
The
Army of Constition
Carters
Little — Ee Shay
Kenel Gord
Ieee
Cenver
Dr. Pierce
Putnam
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